Energy storage and network reinforcement
As renewables penetration increases, transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure will require significant reinforcement. Battery storage is becoming a key alternative to traditional ways of reinforcing network infrastructure, because it is fast to deploy, can provide multiple services, and often comes
Firenado: National Weather Service issues America’s first-ever warning for a fire tornado
The year 2020 continued to make history as a terrible time as America received its first-ever warning of firenadoes. “The Reno office of the National Weather Service warned Northern California of a fiery tornado Saturday afternoon that had sprung up
NIC: Britain could meet 65% of electricity needs with renewables by 2030 at low cost
Falling renewables costs and speedy deployment mean that Britain should aim for the technology to meet two thirds of electricity needs by 2030. This is according to the National Infrastructure Commission’s (NIC) latest report, which found this could be delivered
How a ‘flexible’ power system will be key for the UK to meet net-zero targets
After enduring a difficult few months for power supply and demand, questions about the UK’s ability to meet ambitious 2050 net-zero targets have been raised. We learn about future challenges, the Flexibility in Great Britain project and how a
Battery Storage Is Delivering Value For Solar Developers And Energy Consumers. But What About Cost?
COVID-19 has led to lock-downs. That, in turn, has led to less energy use, creating an opportunity for renewables to shine. They are becoming the lowest-cost energy source on sunny days, although during the evening when electricity demand is high,
Electric cars won’t save us if the numbers don’t add up – economist
Electric cars are one of the fastest growing sectors of the automotive industry. Record sales are being made despite the economic crisis posed by the coronavirus pandemic. Seven years ago, there were only 3500 plug-in cars in the UK –
Over a thousand locations in England breached air pollution limits before lockdown
A data audit by Friends of the Earth based on pre-lockdown information has revealed 1,360 sites across England that have breached the annual Air Quality Objective for Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) levels. Areas in West Dorset, Sheffield and Brighton have
Heat pumps to be eligible for £2bn government Green Home Grants
Heat pumps are confirmed to be included in the government’s £2 billion Green Homes Grant as it urges tradespeople to register for MCS accreditation. The Green Homes Grant was announced in Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Summer Statement, with an aim
The power of one: why individual eco actions really matter
Why bother swapping my annual holiday flights for a train if the wealthy and famous fly around in private jets? Why use my car less often if there are millions of others who chug on regardless? What, in other